Designer Frank Tell Spills on London

Although at home in New York City for the holidays, I didn't stop thinking of my adoptive city across the pond. So while in the Big Apple, I took a second with designer darling Frank Tell, and asked him to spill on his favorite things about London.

Tell, who just turned 22, is making a mark (well, more like a stain) on fashion with his chic, minimalist approach to womenswear. While he was growing up, Tell's grandmother insisted that her grandchildren not have average experiences, so she held a sewing class every day in her shop, which he attended. Naturally, Tell proved to be the star of the class. Now, he is part of the new guard of New York designers, emerging as one of fashion's more respected up-and-comers. So here is what Tell had to say about London.

Favorite English band?

The Kills. I am actually good friends with them, Allison and Jamie.

Favorite London eatery?

The Ivy

Favorite people in London?

Allison [of the Kills] and Ben Copperwheat

Favorite British designer?

Zandra Rhodes

Least favorite thing about the London?

The weather!

Secret spot you love?

Kew Gardens would definitely be one of them.

Favorite thing to do in London?

People watching. They're crazy, the way they dress. They take more risks.

London versus New York, who wins?

I love London, but I don't think I could live there. So I would say it is a tie.

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